About Us

Meet the Team

Lucie Ritchie

MA, RP (Qualifying) | Complex trauma therapy | EdD candidate | FRN/ENG

Lucie works with adults who struggle to identify with a genuine sense of self as a result of unresolved childhood trauma. She uses the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM™), Polyvagal Theory, somatic approaches, and cognitive restructuring. In all her therapeutic relationships, she takes a holistic, non-judgemental approach with her clients.

Caitlan Stransky

MA, RP (Qualifying) | Grief, Trauma and Addictions Therapy | ENG

Caitlan has a warm and gentle approach as she works with the nervous system, emotions, and associated perceptions. She works with adults who have complex trauma, addictions, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues. Additionally, she works with individuals affected by grief. Her gentle approach lends to creating a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore the impact of their experience(s) and how they can shift into their authentic states.

Andrea Foster

MA, RP | EMDR Trauma therapy | Couples therapy | ENG

Andrea is a Registered Psychotherapist, a Gottman-Trained Couples Therapist, and she is a Certified Clinical Trauma Therapist. Andrea has 14-years of trauma experience derived from her previous career as a paramedic which brings a unique wisdom to therapy sessions with her clients. She works with individuals impacted by sudden loss, those looking to process traumatic grief, and she also works with first responders.

Hiral Shah

MA, RP (Qualifying) | EMDR & Neurofeedback | English. Gujarati. Hindi

Hiral works with individuals who struggle with identity confusion, social connection challenges, and who are experiencing the overall impacts of unresolved traumas. She is a compassionate and highly skilled psychotherapist dedicated to helping her clients regain their authentic identity. She is passionate about helping her clients recover through EMDR!

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Our Services

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Marriage/Couples Counselling

We use an evidence-based approach to treating relational concerns: Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. We work collaboratively with couples to assist in the building of a secure bond. 

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Individual/Trauma Counselling

In most cases, we can’t just talk our way out of trauma; we must feel our way out of it. This is why we use cognitive and somatic (body) based therapies to help you attune to the nervous system and associated mental perceptions to heal the impacts within.

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Psychoeducational Seminars

Want to better understand trauma? Whether you’re a psychotherapist, social worker, or a survivor of trauma, you are invited to learn and grow with each of us. Join our educational network to better target how to HEAL traumatic pain.

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Organizational Consulting

Trauma-informed leaders are forward-thinkers.

Certified in Brené Brown’s Dare to Lead Trained™ program, Lucie will co-create a step-by-step plan that fosters courage, vulnerability, and meaningful change. Her approach can positively impact your employees’ lives and your organization. 

Group Therapy

Contact us to learn about various group programs happening throughout 2023.